Customize your ride with the Zumo 550. Designed by bikers, Zumo's motorcycle-friendly features make it easy to operate. From back roads to rallies, its high-end navigation features give you the freedom to go where you want. Zumo 550 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps and a hefty points of interests (POI) database, including motels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. A rechargeable, removable lithium-ion battery is integrated into Zumo for up to three hours of typical usage. With Zumo's Bluetooth wireless technology, you can talk on the phone safely without removing your gloves or helmet. The SD card expansion makes it easy for storage and route sharing. Download routes to share, even load mp3 files to your unit to enjoy tunes on the road. In addition, JPEG Picture Viewer lets you share photos of your adventures. Voice announces streets by name Upload custom POI, including alerts for speed zones and safety cameras Built-in MP3 player and JPEG Picture Viewer SD card expansion makes it easy for storage and route sharing Glove-friendly touch screen with left-handed controls makes it easy to operate High bright sunlight-readable, UV-resistant display makes it easy to view your screen Motorcycle console for trip information, including fuel gauge to warn you when its time to fill up Motorcycle mount with standard 4-hole AMPS pattern so you can mount it anywhere Unit dimensions - Width 4.8 x Height 3.9 x Depth 1.6 inch Weight - 10.6 ounces
Customer Review: zumo 550
I do like my Zumo, it gives me more confidence when I am out riding. It seem like every time I pick it up I learn something new about it. There are things that could be more user friendly and the help book could be a lot better (it is only on disk) but it I had to it again and would purchase the same thing.
Customer Review: Garmin Zumo 550
Overall an exceelent full featured GPS that easy to use as well as intuitive. I've had several Garmin products over the last 3 or 4 years and found Garmin to a very customer oriented company that stands beheind their products and administers excellent service.
How To Choose A Scooter For Your Needs
Ever felt the rush of adrenalin and the exhilarating flow of the wind against your face when you ride on a scooter?
Are you the proud owner of a kick scooter or an electric or gas motorized scooter?
Scooters come in various sizes, speeds and features...and most of all in different colors to meet your specific personal preferences. Some come with a comfortable seat, while others are bare. Apart from adjustable handles, there are other features that can be customized to your needs. As there are such a wide variety of scooters, you have to pay attention to what you really need and what you don't need in a scooter. Safety, speed and functionality apart from cost are some of the considerations you need to have in mind when you are hunting for a scooter.
An electric scooter is a clever combination of fun and practical sense. Electric scooters are considered the latest form of transportation vehicle. Most electric scooters are now foldable, so you can easily store it or throw it into your trunk. Most have a 250 watt motor which is powerful, and can handle inclines where the slopes are steeper.
Pedal scooters are unique and light-weight. Pedal scooters are suitable for 7 year olds to adults. With pedal scooters, you can attain 5 to 7 mph, dependent on how well you pedal. Most have front and rear brakes plus and are easy to assemble. For beginners, make sure you equip yourself with safety procedures when you start off with a foot pedal scooter
Some motorized scooters typically come with 2 stroke air-cooled engines. They have automatic shift gearing, with hydraulic sport tuned suspension to give a smooth ride. To prevent theft, these modern scooters come with wireless remote control alarm with key pad, keyed ignition, locking steering wheel, locking storage under the seat, locking front storage and frame number engraved. This can be a dream machine for many!
For our Seniors who need mobility, motorized mobility scooters help them to move around and continue to have a mobile lifestyle. Many elderly patients like scooters since they provide a very comfortable ride because they absorb shock. Most can achieve speeds of up to four miles per hour. The single most important consideration for choosing a mobility scooter is the ability of the rider or the person who will need to lift it in and out of a car.
Get further tips on how to choose a scooter, how to ride a kick scooter, how to maintain your scooter to keep it in tip top condition and how to ride a scooter with maximum safety. If you desire speed, you can learn more about the pocketbikes and superbikes. If you are a senior, you can learn more about mobility scooters. Learn more about scooters and view stunning photographs of them before any purchase from the Scooter Guide http://www.get-latest.info/on/scooter
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Stanley Lim is an avid outdoor enthusiast who has a keen interest in adventure sports including leisure scootering and motorbike riding, sky diving and snorkeling. For some stunningly beautiful photographs of the types of scooters currently available on the market and more free information, view his Online Guide on Scooters at http://www.get-latest.info/on/scooter
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Thursday, October 9, 2008
The Photon Micro-Light II provides reliable light for any situation. It's micro-size and weight allows you to have it with you always. The long-life lithium battery powers an unbreakable LED in a virtually indestructible case. The multi-function switch adds convenience to the already "brighest-for-its-size personal flashlight."
Customer Review: photon micrlight II, very bright
Mine easily clips onto a key ring; the squeeze button requires about the same amount of pressure you would use to try to slightly squeeze together the sides of a plastic bottle cap from a 2 liter bottle of soda or water bottle cap. The slider switch is awesome--no trouble. The whole flashlight is very durable, nothing has come loose since I received it Aug 25, '08. This light illuminates my path with plenty of light without eye strain.
Customer Review: Mini-Flashlight
I purchased four of these for my house and car key rings. They are very bright for their small size. I like the quick disconnect spring clip feature, it makes it easier to use if you just need the light without a bundle of keys attached. The slide switch is also a great feature and clicks to a constant on position, some of the others I looked at had to be pressed constantly to stay on. They are also great for a ladies purse and can be attached to one of the inside zipper pull rings.
3 Easy Steps To Becoming A Backcountry Hero
Have you thought about helping to protect wildlife or wild flowers, but you dont know how? Or maybe you want to protect your favorite camping site or that cool little stream nobody else knows about? Making a difference in the backcountry is easy for anyone you dont have to be Ted Turner. Not every one can fly to the Amazon delta to move bird nests or trek off to the Aleutian Islands to remove crude oil from a pristine beach. But everyone can help right where they are. Follow these 3 easy steps, and youll be on your way to giving back to your backcountry and youll have a ball doing it.
Have you thought about helping to protect wildlife or wild flowers, but you dont know how? Or maybe you want to protect your favorite camping site or that cool little stream nobody else knows about? Making a difference in the backcountry is easy for anyone you dont have to be Ted Turner. Not every one can fly to the Amazon delta to move bird nests or trek off to the Aleutian Islands to remove crude oil from a pristine beach. But everyone can help right where they are. Follow these 3 easy steps, and youll be on your way to giving back to your backcountry and youll have a ball doing it.
First step is to take inventory of your backcountry interests. What is your favorite outdoor activity? Is it fishing, rock climbing, bird watching, hiking, camping, canoeing, hunting, skiing, classifying plants, kayaking, horseback riding or something else? Take a few minutes to really understand what excites you about being off the pavement and in the backcountry. Once you have pictured yourself engaging in your favorite outdoor recreation, youre ready for step two.
The second step towards becoming a backcountry hero is to do a little research. If you love to hike, perhaps spending some time researching the American Hiking Society and some of its projects make sense to you. If bird watching is your thing, BirdLife International may be worth looking into. The easiest way for many to do research is on the internet. But dont forget about book stores, libraries or sport specific organizations like the ones just mentioned. A more comprehensive list can be found on-line in our Education Center at www.backcountrytoys.com.
As you do your research, keep your eyes open for projects in your area. Youll be amazed at how you will be able to make a difference right where you live. Only one step to go.
Up to this point youve identified a subject, youve research it and now its time to get moving and this is most critical step. I doesnt take much time or effort to take action. In fact, there are organizations all around the world looking for you to volunteer and they all have active lists of projects that could use your talents. If you have a hiking vacation planned, why not incorporate a small project into your trip? Maybe a letter needs to be written to your legislator or perhaps you could pick up trash along a local lake shore. Theres lots to be done.
Spending time in the backcountry doing the things you love to do is made sweeter when you help to protect, conserve and enhance your activity. We have great trail systems and great river and lake systems and all because of people like us, who take the time to improve those things we love so much. With just a little action, you will be an outdoor hero. Use this information and youll Get It Right The First Time. Get Outdoors!
About the Author: Chuck Fitzgerald is the owner of Arizona based BackCountry Toys, an online specialty store with the Best Gear Out There and dedicated to helping outdoor enthusiasts to Get It Right The First Time with timely educational information. Please visit http://www.BackCountryToys.com to find great gear and to receive the Fact & Tips e-newsletter, "FreshAir. (800) 316-9055.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Garmin Edge 305HR GPS Navigator and Bicycle Computer with Heart Rate Monitor
Take your ride to the next level with the Edge 305 - Garmin's GPS-enabled, personal trainer and cycle computer. From competitive road racing to mountain biking, the cyclist-friendly, lightweight Edge will help you achieve your personal best. With the easy-to-use Edge 305 on your bike, you'll always know where you're going and how far you've gone.For advanced cyclists, the Edge 305 comes packaged with either a heart rate monitor or wireless speed/pedaling cadence sensor to provide valuable feedback. Heart rate and speed cadence are also sold separately as accessories so you can incorporate both features into your training. In addition, the Edge 305 incorporates a barometric altimeter for extremely accurate elevation and vertical profile data. Recreational cyclists looking for the perfect touring companion andfitness partner will love the Edge 305.The Edge 305 with heart rate lets you see whether you are training too hard or not enough. The heart rate monitor uses a robust wireless technology that eliminates cross-talk and interference and sends heart rate data to the Edge via a soft, comfortable chest strap. This data is stored with each track point for post-workout analysis.With its waterproof, sleek design, the Edge is the perfect companion on any bike, and attaches to either the stem or handlebars. Its rugged case frames an easy-to-read, large, backlit display that can show up to eight different data fields along with altitude and a map view.
Customer Review: Great, but I'm on my 5th unit...
Clearly a great tool for cycling, and I love it - when it works. But I've now had to return mine for the 5th time, due to the unit shutting itself off mid-ride. Very annoying, and dealing with Garmin customer service is super slow (usually 30-45 minutes on hold before you can find a human)
Love it, just wish it were reliable.
Customer Review: Wonderful Tool for Cyclists
I have found the Gramin Edge 305 to be an outstanding tool for cyclists. It was SO easy to install and modify the data I wanted to observe. Being a senior cyclist (over 60) I was just amazed at the amount of data this unit collects and calulated. I remember when just having a simple mechanical bike speed indicator was a BIG deal. Now I can download all the data I ever wanted to observe about every ride. Now my only problem is my wife is tired of looking at my ride analysis after every ride.
Garmin Edge 305HR GPS Navigator and Bicycle Computer with Heart Rate Monitor
My Perfect Campsite
Its the time of year to beat the heat and head for higher elevation. For many people that means loading up the RV, grabbing the boat and finding a campground by the lake. My idea for the perfect getaway means loading the truck with our camping gear and our two Labrador Retrievers and getting as far away from the pavement as we can get. While these two styles are quite different, they are both perfect. Lets take a look at what makes a campsite perfect for meand perhaps for you.
Its the time of year to beat the heat and head for higher elevation. For many people that means loading up the RV, grabbing the boat and finding a campground by the lake. My idea for the perfect getaway means loading the truck with our camping gear and our two Labrador Retrievers and getting as far away from the pavement as we can get. While these two styles are quite different, they are both perfect. Lets take a look at what makes a campsite perfect for meand perhaps for you.
To start with, there are two general types of campsites, the first being established campsites. These campgrounds exist for all sorts of campers and their camping equipment ranging from large motor homes to small designated patches of grass for bicyclists. Finding this type of campsite is fairly easy to do. On the internet, one can find hundreds of informational websites with campground information for virtually any area on the planet. Favorite campgrounds are typically found in national, state and county park systems and are available for a nominal daily fee. They are usually found near natural features such as lakes, rivers and scenic areas. Campgrounds often cater to specific types of campers, for instance some campgrounds are kid and pet friendly while others are not. There are many advantages to established campgrounds such as running water, electricity, activities and other modern conveniences. With minimal research, you should be able to find the perfect campground for you or your group.
A second general type of campsite is referred to as a primitive campsite. As the name implies, you wont find any of todays modern conveniences at a primitive site and to those who prefer this type of camping, thats the whole point. Primitive camping is my favorite way to camp. Some primitive campers carry everything on their backs and set up camp when they are done hiking for the day. I like to drive right up to my primitive camp site so that I can take along a few of my favorite things. In either case here are few things I consider when looking for the perfect primitive site. Number one is shelter. Shelter from the wind, rain, sun, noise and other campers are important to me. I also want a spot that is elevated, level, durable and clean. I dont care much for insects and I enjoy a nice fire in the evenings.
So where is my perfect campsite? I wont tell you exactly, but its at 7,600 feet elevation just 10 miles from the south entrance to the Grand Canyon and is only 3 miles from the pavement. It sits in the Kaibab National Forest amidst countless Ponderosa Pines, has very few insects and cannot be seen from the dirt road which is only 200 feet away. The area has an abundance of elk, deer, firewood and natural running water. From a nearby hill I have a great view of the Grand Canyon. Ive camped here many times and I dont think anyone else has used this spot in the past ten years. Now thats perfect!
Perhaps your perfect campsite has a swimming pool, electricity, a convenience store, a club house and sewage hookups. Thats awesome. Camping takes on different looks for different folks and the key to getting the most out of your outdoor times is knowing what you like and going after it. Do a little research before heading out and be sure to go take along someone you care about. Youll be guaranteed to have a great time. Use this information and youll Get It Right The First Time. Get Outdoors!
About the Author: Chuck Fitzgerald is the owner of Arizona based BackCountry Toys, an online specialty store with the Best Gear Out There and dedicated to helping outdoor enthusiasts to Get It Right The First Time with timely educational information. Please visit http://www.BackCountryToys.com to find great gear and to receive the Fact & Tip e-newsletter, "FreshAir. (800) 316-9055. Source: www.isnare.comWhat To Know When Buying A GPSChuck Fitzgerald
Why are GPS units showing up everywhere? You might find one in your rental car, on your wristwatch or even built into your wireless phone. Anti-theft systems use one, heavy construction equipment might use one and having one on your boat now seems to be a requirement. Anytime we want to know our exact location on the face of the Earth, the GPS becomes indispensable. Like many other technologies, feature rich GPS units are now affordable for the average person. So how do you know which one to purchase? Lets look at few things to consider prior to buying your next GPS unit, but first, what is a GPS unit?
A GPS (Global Positioning System) unit has the primary function of calculating its own location on land or water by using satellite signals. Once the GPS unit knows its own location, it can help the user determine direction and distance to other known locations. For instance, a GPS on a boat can tell the captain how far it is to the shoreline or how far it is to a favorite fishing spot. For the outdoor sportsman a GPS can help with finding your campsite, your vehicle or your next geocache. Popular outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, fishing, trail running, backpacking, rock climbing, canyoneering and canoeing are all made more enjoyable and safer when you take along your GPS.
When buying a GPS system the first thing to consider is how you intend to use it. If you plan on using it while on foot, youll want a GPS that is lightweight, compact, weather resistant and that is equipped with features important to foot travel. WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) is one such feature. WAAS greatly increases the accuracy of your GPS, in most cases to within 10 feet. Accuracy within a few meters is important for the outdoor enthusiast but not nearly as important for navigating through town in your rental car. Next, be sure your GPS has at least 12 channels of reception too. Since your GPS will only work when it receives signals from satellites orbiting the Earth, less than 12 receiving channels will not get the job done in wooded areas or in steep terrain. If you plan on using your GPS to navigate while driving in your car, its weight is not nearly as important as its ability to display street maps. The GPS mounted to the dash of your truck probably doesnt need to be weatherproof, but the one on your boat better be.
Here are the features and products I recommend. For the outdoor athlete or sportsman, be sure your GPS has these features: topographical mapping, back tracking, a computer interface, weatherproofing, 12 receiver channels and WAAS. I recommend portable GPS units in the Garmin eTrex Series and the Magellan Meridian Series. For driving applications, be sure your GPS has these features: street mapping, large display, a computer interface and external antenna compatibility. I recommend automotive GPS units in the Garmin StreetPilot Series and the Magellan RoadMate Series. For boating and other marine applications, be sure your GPS has these features: marine mapping, color screen, active sonar, back tracking, a computer interface and weatherproofing. I recommend marine GPS Units in the Garmin GPSMAP Series.
Prices for GPS units vary a great deal and in general, you get what you pay for. While some units cost around $100 and offer relatively few features, others may cost as much as $1000 or even more and are loaded with dozens of features. Here is a good rule of thumb for determining how much money to spend on your next GPS. You should expect to pay between $200 and $300 to get a decent GPS Unit. I own a Garmin eTrex Vista. I believe it is the best GPS available for under $300.
If you dont have a GPS or yours is more than five years old, nows the time to get one. Adding a new GPS to your inventory of backcountry toys will take your outdoor adventures to a new level of enjoyment. Use this information and youll Get It Right The First Time. Get Outdoors!
About the Author: Chuck Fitzgerald is the owner of Arizona based BackCountry Toys, an online specialty store with the Best Gear Out There and dedicated to helping outdoor enthusiasts to Get It Right The First Time with timely educational information. Please visit http://www.BackCountryToys.com to find great gear and to receive the Fact & Tip e-newsletter, "FreshAir. (800) 316-9055.
Monday, October 6, 2008
Full-body comfort and warmth, ON SALE! Very smooth, superbly comfortable 100% cotton, neck to ankles. The classic 1-piece design is easy and extra-warming. And the low price will warm your wallet, too. A layer that keeps on giving: Soft 6-oz. cotton. Reinforced neck, shoulder and leg seams. Rib-knit cuffs and ankles. Button-close seat flap (for the same reason Great Grandpappy had one!). Button front and a full-cut crotch area. Machine wash / dry. Cut full for a good, roomy fit, even after washing. Imported. State Size. Skiing, building snowmen, shoveling, hunting... even just laying around... this will keep you toasty even if the weather outside is frightful. Order ONLINE for this bargain right now! Union Suit, Red.
Customer Review: wish it was warmer
this is pretty cool but I was expecting it to be a little thicker and warmer but for the price Im happy with it
Customer Review: Good stuff
Good as an extra layer. Now I have no problem with the long johns falling all the time.
A Close Encounter with Wild Dolphins
My first glimpse of Tangaloomas famous wild dolphins was from the boat that ferried us to Moreton Island 75 minutes from Brisbane, Australia. They arched their black silken bodies out of the water as though to greet us as we docked at the islands main pier. I was down at the pier later that night for an up close and personal meeting with these friendly sea mammals; a group of eight that frolicked in the floodlit waters as they waited for the party to start.
Along with the other guests of the Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort, the only one on the island, I trooped down to the beach, picked up a fish in each hand from a bucket and stepped into the water. Immediately a dolphin swam up to me. Large, gentle eyes looked into mine; pleading to be fed. I bent over and held the fish in the water and the dolphin gratefully accepted my offering in its smiling mouth. And then lingered on a while, I like to believe to say thank you, before swimming out and repeating the ritual with the next guest who stepped up to feed it.
The wild dolphins that visited this little outcrop every day of the year to bum a snack and say hello to us, their distant cousins that lived on the land, was only a fraction of the thrills that Tangalooma had to offer its guests. Over two days in this island paradise, I would snorkel with schools of colourful fish, scuba diving within shipwrecks, ride All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) across sandy banks and even go tobogganing down desert dunes.
Indeed, still recall the moment I lay flat on my stomach on a plank at the summit of a sand dune and looked down the treacherous plunge ahead of me. The moment of panic, however, had passed. I had already committed to the tobogganing run and focused my attention on doing it right. I grasped the front of the plank and lifted it off the sand and made sure that my elbows and feet were well up in the air so that they did not get scraped as I raced down the dune.
Let it rip? Alcester, our Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort tour manager and guide queried. Let it rip! I responded. The next moment I was tearing down the face of the dune. I dont know what speeds I reached, but it seemed like over 100 kmp and with the ground whizzing under me, no more than a foot from my face, it was both terrifying and exhilarating. When eventually I came to a complete stop at the bottom of the dune I stayed still on the plank, savouring the thrill of the ride. A little later I was trudging up the dune for one more zany run down its slope. It was the culminating highlight of the island safari which started with a drive through dense native forests that emerged onto a bleak desert in the middle of the outcrop.
Back at the resort I checked in at the resorts dive unit and kitted up tanks, wetsuit, the works for an underwater adventure. A little boat ferried us to the dive site at the far end of the island where the rusted superstructure of sunken vessels spooked the sky above the water. Soon I was swimming with fellow divers around battered hulls of ships resting upon the seabed and admiring the new marine ecosystem of colourful coral and tropical fish that had evolved around these ghostly galleons. I felt my pulse start to quicken when Lea, our dive leader and my diving buddy, led us into heart of one of these wrecks. Sensing my apprehension, she held my hand while we swam through an underwater passageway. I emerged from the ordeal with the sense of elation that comes from having confronted my worst fears and survived.
The rest of the dive was a visual delight. Soft coral swayed to the rhythm of the currents while brilliantly hued fish in amazing shapes and sizes waltzed around us in this bizarre underwater wonderland where life flourished in the midst of ancient wrecks.
That evening I slowed down the pace of the adventure and lazed around in the shallow of one of the many swimming pools that dot the property. I lay in the water and congratulated myself for following up on the lead I found on Traveljini.com. I was browsing through the site looking for something in India Traveljini.com is the leading travel portal in the country when I noticed that it was offering a close encounter with wild dolphins package in Australia. Before I knew it I was hooked; curiosity turned to desire and desire to compulsion. I had to get to Tangalooma. Now that I was here, it was all Traveljini.com promised it would be and more.
Later that evening I was down by the floodlit pier to interact with the Tangalooma bottlenose dolphins once more. The ranger attached to the Dolphin Research Centre assured us that the feeding ceremony accounted for only around 20% of the dolphins diet and that they had to depend on their own hunting instincts to catch fish in the open seas. According to her the contact between dolphin and humans on this island goes back a long way to the time when the two cooperated to catch fish. The dolphins would herd schools of fish towards the shore where the aborigine would catch them in their nets. Once the catch was hauled in, the local fishermen would throw back a part of it into the water for the dolphins to feed on.
The next morning I shifted back into high gear when I mounted an all terrain vehicles (ATV), a modified four-wheel motorcycle with a souped up engine, and went speeding down a deserted beach before heading for a dusty rollercoaster ride over sand dunes that waved over the island. It was a fitting finale to an adventure that lifted me to zany heights and gifted me with peaceful and quiet moments; an adventure during which I had the good fortune to be part, if only briefly, of the legendary bonding between humans and dolphins.
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